Our Team

CEO & FOUNDER: Dr. Amutah-Onukagha is a nationally recognized evaluator holding a PhD and MPH in Maternal and Child Health. She leads ACES’ nationwide team, providing strategic oversight for equity-driven research, federal engagements, and program evaluations.

IRB RESEARCH ASSOCIATE AND PROGRAM MANAGER: Dr. Hubbard holds a DrPH from the University of Alabama at Birmingham with over eight years of multi-site research management experience. At ACES, she oversees project operations, stakeholder engagement, and IRB compliance across maternal and cardiovascular health evaluation portfolios.

PROJECT MANAGER: Judith brings over six years of project management experience in maternal and child health, reproductive justice, and grant administration. She oversees project timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder engagement at ACES.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT: Lina is a Rutgers-trained evaluation consultant with over ten years of experience in public health and community health assessments. She leads grant writing, business development, and data storytelling at ACES.

ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR: Teneele holds a Master’s in Biomedical Sciences from Rowan University and is a maternal health professional and birth doula. She specializes in project coordination, research, and eliminating maternal health disparities.

LEADERSHIP TEAM: Full bio and professional background coming soon...

LEADERSHIP TEAM: Full bio and professional background coming soon...

COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING ASSOCIATE: Emily supports ACES’ digital communications and outreach across platforms. She specializes in translating public health research into engaging content that advances health equity and strengthens community-centered initiatives.

PROJECT MANAGER: Dr. Olden brings over a decade of public health experience, holding a DrPH from Harvard and an MPH from Michigan. At ACES, she leads strategic planning, qualitative research capacity building, and data-informed evaluation initiatives.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Irene holds an MPH from Columbia University with over five years of mixed-methods research experience. She specializes in qualitative analysis, community engagement, and translating data into evidence-based strategies at ACES.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Jessica holds an MPH in Health Policy and Law from Boston University with six years of experience in reproductive and maternal health. At ACES, she conducts mixed-methods research, qualitative analysis, and data-driven program evaluations.

PROJECT MANAGER: Brittany is a certified PMP with over eight years of experience leading public health research, evaluation, and operations. At ACES, she manages strategic consulting projects, stakeholder engagement, and mixed-methods data collection to advance health equity.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Ajara holds an MPH in Maternal and Child Health from George Washington University with extensive global health experience. At ACES, she specializes in large-scale program management, qualitative research, and donor-aligned data analytics.

MCH SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Alexandra holds an MPH from UNC Gillings with deep expertise spanning community doula care and statewide program leadership. At ACES, she delivers qualitative research, technical assistance, and evaluation leadership centered on maternal and child health equity.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Alyse holds an MPH from Emory University with over six years of maternal and child health experience at state and federal levels. At ACES, she leverages qualitative and quantitative tools to support evidence-based program evaluations.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Brianna holds an MPH from the University of Maryland with over five years of health promotion and evaluation experience. At ACES, she focuses on qualitative and quantitative analysis, survey design, and culturally responsive community research.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Bridgette brings nearly a decade of reproductive health, birthwork, and community facilitation experience. At ACES, they support data collection, stakeholder engagement, and rigorous qualitative evaluation to advance reproductive justice and health equity.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Lorraine holds an MPH from Rutgers University with over 15 years of experience in sexual, reproductive, and youth health. At ACES, she leverages social epidemiological methods to lead health equity research and community needs assessments.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Olivia holds an MPH in Global Health and Epidemiology from NYU with expertise in outbreak investigation and surveillance. At ACES, she conducts quantitative research and evaluates maternal screening and immunization initiatives.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Tarjani holds an MPH with proven leadership in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and DEI initiatives. At ACES, she specializes in convening cross-sector partnerships, organizing collaborative working groups, and designing actionable program evaluations.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Ugochi holds an MPH from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, specializing in community-engaged data analytics. At ACES, she conducts mixed-methods research, study design, and data visualization to advance health equity.

PROJECT MANAGER: Dr. Nanditha holds a PhD in Epidemiology from the University of British Columbia with expertise in advanced causal inference. At ACES, she oversees client engagements, managing complex datasets and translating rigorous findings into actionable policy.

QUANTITATIVE CONSULTANT: Victoria is a data manager and quantitative analyst at ACES. She has over eight years of experience in public health research. She specializes in SAS, SQL, Python, and R to analyze reproductive health disparities.

MIXED METHODS TEAM: Full bio and professional background coming soon...

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Amber holds an MPH in Social and Behavioral Sciences from the University of Florida with over five years of evaluation and applied research experience. At ACES, she supports evidence-based research, program evaluation plans, and technical reporting to advance health equity and chronic disease prevention.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Amma brings more than seven years of experience leading program evaluation, process improvement, and performance measurement across federal and global healthcare settings. At ACES, she leads qualitative and quantitative data collection, analysis, and strategic performance measurement across health equity initiatives.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE & SME: Anna holds an MPH from Emory University with over a decade of experience across federal public health, philanthropy, and global health initiatives. At ACES, she provides strategic oversight in maternal health, program implementation, and technology-enabled public health solutions.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Anyah holds a B.S. in Health Science and is completing an MPH in Program Management and Epidemiology & Biostatistics at Boston University. At ACES, she supports qualitative and quantitative healthcare research, survey design, and data visualization to improve systems of care.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Blessing earned her MPH in Epidemiology and Biostatistics from Tufts University School of Medicine and serves as an Epidemiology Data Coordinator at Partners in Health. At ACES, she conducts research and data analysis to address maternal and child health disparities and strengthen systems of care.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Dr. Marshall is a public health evaluator and health policy professional with more than 15 years of federal and community research experience. At ACES, she leads mixed-methods research, organizational assessments, and strategic planning to build evaluation capacity and advance health equity.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Carolyn holds an MPH and brings over seven years of public health policy and nutrition assistance program evaluation experience. At ACES, she provides quantitative and qualitative analysis, grant support, and technical writing focused on maternal and child health equity.

MCH SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Dr. Westgard holds a PhD in Maternal and Child Health from UNC Chapel Hill and an MPP from the University of Washington. At ACES, he applies implementation science, advanced statistical modeling, and mixed-methods evaluation design to scale global and domestic health programs.

PROJECT MANAGER: Doienne holds an MS in Global Health from Georgetown University with over a decade of community engagement and health equity experience. At ACES, she leads project coordination, stakeholder facilitation, and qualitative evaluation to translate community voice into actionable public health policies.

MCH SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Eleanor is a certified inpatient obstetric nurse and Lean Six Sigma practitioner with extensive healthcare operations and maternal health research expertise. At ACES, she translates clinical research and quality improvement data into standardized practices that strengthen maternal health systems.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Sahra holds an MPH in Maternal and Child Health from UNC Chapel Hill with over a decade of evaluation experience. At ACES, she leads mixed-methods evaluations, large-scale dataset analyses, and technical assistance to advance positive youth development and health equity.

PROJECT MANAGER: Gabrielle holds an MSW in Global Practice from Boston College with over ten years of evaluation, research, and direct service experience. At ACES, she manages consulting engagements, designing evaluation frameworks, multilingual surveys, and community needs assessments to advance population health.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Ozi holds an MS and brings nine years of experience in perinatal epidemiology, maternal and child health, and health equity research. At ACES, she supports quantitative analysis, study coordination, and evidence synthesis to address racial disparities in maternal health outcomes.

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Dr. Copeland-Hayes holds a PhD in Psychology with over seven years of academic research in social context, discrimination, and higher education. At ACES, she provides mixed-methods research and analytical expertise to design equity-centered evaluations and actionable organizational strategies.

MIXED METHODS TEAM: Full bio and professional background coming soon...

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Dr. DeCaille earned his PhD in Public Health from Saint Louis University, specializing in behavioral science and social determinants of health. At ACES, he conducts mixed-methods evaluations, stakeholder engagement, and applied research to guide evidence-based decision-making for public health partners.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Jessica holds dual master’s degrees in Public Health and Social Work from Boston University with over a decade of healthcare operations experience. At ACES, she designs evaluation frameworks, facilitates stakeholder engagement, and conducts quality improvement initiatives to strengthen maternal and family health systems.

PROJECT MANAGER: Dr. Hylick holds a PhD and MPH with over a decade of leadership in maternal mental health research, policy, and evaluation. At ACES, she manages cross-sector public health projects, translating mixed-methods data into inclusive strategies that advance maternal health equity.

PROJECT MANAGER: Karessa holds an MS in Healthcare Quality and Safety with over ten years of experience directing large-scale public health and operational transformations. At ACES, she manages data modernization, workforce development, and culturally responsive evaluations using Agile and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Keaura is a registered nurse and health education specialist with over 14 years of public health, government, and multi-state program experience. At ACES, she provides technical assistance, data collection strategy, and equity-centered program evaluation to support sustainable community health solutions.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Adejadesola holds a BPH and MPH in Social and Behavioral Sciences from the University of Florida. She specializes in maternal and child health research to advance health equity and address social determinants of health.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Aika is a systems-level strategist with over nine years of experience in maternal and child health policy. She holds an MPH from George Washington University and leads equity-driven research, data analysis, and program evaluation.

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Dr. Wariso is an OB/GYN physician with an MD from Meharry Medical College and a Master’s in Global Maternal Health from Harvard. She concentrates her expertise on health policy, disparities research, and clinical practice.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Betty is a public health professional skilled in health policy, regulatory affairs, and mixed-methods research. She leverages data visualization tools like Tableau and RStudio to support evidence-based policymaking.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Betyna is an epidemiologist with an MPH from Nova Southeastern University specializing in disease modeling and statistical analysis. She utilizes R, Python, and STATA to conduct advanced research and track global health trends.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Brenna is a public health researcher with over eight years of experience in maternal and reproductive health. She specializes in healthcare accessibility, doula integration, and qualitative program evaluation.

COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING MANAGER: Cassandra brings over five years of experience in program management, evaluation, and data analysis within emergency medicine settings. She leads ACES' communications strategy while pursuing a dual MBA/MPH.

PROJECT MANAGER: Cheyenne is a community engagement specialist and NYC Department of Health coordinator focused on health equity and resident inclusion. She holds an MPH in Global Health from NYU and specializes in community-based partnerships.

PROJECT MANAGER: Chibu is a certified project manager with over ten years of experience delivering large-scale public health and IT programs. She holds an MPH from West Chester University and specializes in digital modernization and data-driven delivery.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Claudine is a PhD candidate at Boston University with over a decade of public health experience in health disparities and qualitative research. She specializes in survey design, grant writing, and community health advocacy.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Dr. Jackson brings over eight years of public health leadership experience in administration, Medicaid policy, and strategic planning. She specializes in behavioral health policy, process improvement, and coalition management.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Crystal is a population health specialist with ten years of experience in infectious disease surveillance and outbreak investigations. She provides technical expertise in program evaluation, STATA data analysis, and health equity strategy.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Dr. Sanders is a healthcare and IT consultant with over 20 years of experience directing population health programs and public health informatics. She specializes in strategy development, program evaluation, and health policy.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Dr. Foster is a clinical health professional and quantitative research consultant with over ten years of experience in chronic conditions and maternal health. She provides mixed-methods research and project management support.

PROJECT MANAGER: Elizabeth has over a decade of experience leading health systems research, population health initiatives, and value-based care programs. She holds an MPH from Rutgers University and specializes in stakeholder engagement and client reporting.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Eniola holds an MPH from the University of Arizona specializing in health promotion and behavioral health. She applies Culturally Responsive Equitable Evaluation (CREE) to address health disparities and advance social justice.

PROJECT MANAGER: Kendra is a Certified Mental Health First Aid provider with ten years of experience in community health education and workforce development. At ACES, she serves as primary liaison and manages daily project operations.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Araba is a Certified Health Education Specialist with over five years of experience in mixed-methods evaluation and program planning. She holds an MPH from Montclair State University and focuses on eliminating health disparities.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Maia studied Peace and Justice Studies and Public Health at Tufts University. She focuses on research-based capacity building, community engagement, and strategic planning initiatives aimed at advancing health equity.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Monica brings over a decade of experience in maternal and child health research, program evaluation, and data management. She specializes in bilingual (English/Spanish) survey design and inclusive data collection.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Ololade brings expertise in qualitative and quantitative research, training development, and program evaluation across academic and government sectors. She leads data analysis and literature reviews at ACES.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Rachel holds an MPH from Columbia University specializing in maternal and child health and early childhood development. She manages prospective cohort studies, survey deployment, and program evaluations.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Rachel is a strategic public health consultant with a Master of Public Health from the University at Buffalo. At ACES, she supports research, program evaluation, and data analytics for the MassCALL3 project.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Yoann holds an MPH from Nova Southeastern University and is trilingual in Haitian Creole, French, and Spanish. She specializes in health policy, health equity, emergency preparedness, and infectious disease prevention.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Liz holds dual Master’s degrees in Public Health and Social Work from New York University. At ACES, she leverages community-engaged research to translate complex scientific evidence into accessible, equity-centered health strategies.

PROJECT MANAGER: Dr. Amutah brings over 15 years of experience in education policy, research, and data analysis. He holds an EdD from Rutgers University and currently serves as Statewide Data Manager for the New Jersey Department of Education.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Dr. Harville is a professor of epidemiology at Tulane University with over 20 years of research experience in adverse pregnancy outcomes. She contributes high-level quantitative analysis, survey design, and manuscript development at ACES.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Ayesha earned her MPH from Boston University specializing in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Maternal & Child Health. She brings extensive experience in qualitative research, community outreach, and equity assessments.

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Dr. Onwuzurike is a board-certified OB/GYN and Harvard-trained faculty member at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Her work centers on promoting reproductive health justice and system-level changes for marginalized communities.

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Dr. Alaribe is a Doctor of Medical Science and board-certified Physician Assistant with over a decade of clinical and health equity experience. At ACES, she provides clinical guidance on maternal health, obstetric care, and reproductive justice initiatives.

MCH SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Dr. Olughu is a physician and public health leader with nearly a decade of experience directing maternal and child health operations. At ACES, she provides policy interpretation, qualitative evaluation, and implementation expertise to advance equitable healthcare delivery.

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Laura is a DONA-certified birth doula and childbirth educator who has attended over 100 births serving the Latinx community. She serves as a subject matter expert for doula certification programs with the MA Department of Public Health.

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Dr. Mitchell is an OB/GYN physician and Registered Dietitian specializing in maternal-fetal well-being, metabolic health, and clinical nutrition. Her research focuses on maternal nutrient deficiencies and adverse pregnancy outcomes.

PROJECT MANAGER: Christina is a public health leader with over 11 years of experience specializing in maternal and child health equity. She leads qualitative research teams at ACES and co-founded Accompany Doula Care to expand community doula access.

MCH SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Veronica is a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner and Lactation Consultant with over 15 years of maternal and infant health leadership. At ACES, she delivers clinical guidance, curriculum design, and workforce development strategies centered on perinatal care and health equity.

MCH SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Kendra brings 15 years of maternal and child health experience as a clinical midwife, educator, and systems-change consultant. At ACES, she specializes in collaborative program design, curriculum development, and technical assistance to strengthen equitable maternal care networks.

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Patricia is a birth doula, equity consultant, and midwifery student with extensive experience in community maternal health advocacy. She specializes in health equity training, data collection, and strategic planning.

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Dr. Ansah brings over 25 years of domestic and global maternal and child health leadership. At ACES, she provides strategic oversight in qualitative research, health equity systems, and community-centered program development.

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: LaTonya brings more than 20 years of public health analytics, evaluation, and workforce development experience. At ACES, she leads quantitative and qualitative data analysis, technical writing, and capacity building to advance rural health equity.

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Dr. Lerner holds a DrPH from Boston University and an MPA from NYU with 14 years of reproductive health leadership. At ACES, she leverages mixed-methods research and operations expertise to advance patient-centered health initiatives.

MCH SME TEAM: Full bio and professional background coming soon...

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: Monica brings over a decade of experience in maternal and child health research, program evaluation, and data management. She specializes in bilingual (English/Spanish) survey design and inclusive data collection.